1977 Lancia Gamma vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 30 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 681 kg more than 1977 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Gamma. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Gamma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Gamma | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Gamma | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
