1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Gamma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 621 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. 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, 1983 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1983 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
