1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 179 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
