1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Gamma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
