1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 12 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Gamma | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
