1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 11 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
