1977 Lancia Gamma vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Gamma | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Venture |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
