1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 49 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Gamma | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
