1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Gamma | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Gamma | Serena |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |