1978 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Gamma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Gamma |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |