1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 520 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Gamma (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Gamma | Minor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
