1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 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 5 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
