1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Gamma | 605 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
