1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Gamma | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
