1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1978 Lancia Gamma and 1978 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 506 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Kadett 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 1978 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Gamma | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Gamma | Kadett |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |