1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 34 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Gamma | 500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
