1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Gamma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 604 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. 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, 1983 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 1983 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
