1978 Fiat 128 vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, both 1978 Fiat 128 and 1978 Lancia Megagamma were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 128. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Megagamma weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Fiat 128. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 128 | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
