1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, both 1982 Dodge 600 and 1982 Lancia Gamma were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. 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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge 600 | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | 600 | Gamma |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |