1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante 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 110 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 846 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | Chante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
