1979 Lancia Gamma vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 245 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Gamma | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Gamma | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
