1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Gamma | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
