1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, both 1977 Nissan Skyline and 1977 Lancia Gamma were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1977 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 1977 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Nissan Skyline | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Nissan | Lancia |
Model | Skyline | Gamma |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |