1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 563 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Megagamma | Supra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
