1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 77 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 583 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Gamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
