1979 Lancia Gamma vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 17 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Gamma | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Gamma | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
