1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Lancia Megagamma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Megagamma weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Megagamma | Corona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
