1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 30 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 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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 Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Megagamma | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
