1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Gamma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
