1981 Ford Probe vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1981 Ford Probe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Probe. (148 Nm). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Probe | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Probe | Gamma |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |