1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Lancia | Dacia |
| Model | Gamma | Logan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
