1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gamma | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
