1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. Both 1980 Lancia Gamma and 1988 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Gamma | Thema |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
