1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 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 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 62 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Gamma | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
