1977 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1980 Lancia Gamma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Gamma (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
