1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, both 1976 Lancia Gamma and 1976 Zastava 1300 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Zastava 1300 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 1976 Zastava 1300. 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 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Zastava |
| Model | Gamma | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
