1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
