1982 Lancia Gamma vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 450 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Gamma | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Gamma | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
