1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 31 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 2011 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma. 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Gamma | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
