1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Gamma (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
