1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 466 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Gamma | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
