1979 Lancia Gamma vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 20 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. Both 1979 Lancia Gamma and 1999 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Gamma | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Gamma | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
