1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Laguna weights approximately 104 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.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Gamma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
