1979 Lancia Gamma vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Gamma | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
