1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 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 (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Riley 4 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 1971 Riley 4. 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Riley |
| Model | Gamma | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
