1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 138 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Lancia | Dacia |
| Model | Gamma | Duster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2673 mm |
