1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 92 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Gamma | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Gamma | Ventora |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |