1979 Lancia Gamma vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
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, 2009 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Gamma | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Gamma | Musa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
