1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 124 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Gamma | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
