1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 33 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Gamma | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
