1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 33 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 250 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Gamma | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
