1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 358 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Gamma | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
