1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 24 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 44 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 (172 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Echo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
