1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 677 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
