1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 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 (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 488 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
