1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 21 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 415 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.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Megagamma | 406 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
