1980 Audi Sport vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1981 Lancia Gamma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Gamma. 1981 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Sport | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
