1979 Lancia Gamma vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 30 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Gamma | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Gamma | i20 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2525 mm |
