1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gamma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
