1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma 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 (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Gamma | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
