1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 30 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Gamma | Versa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1320 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
