1983 Lancia Gamma vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Gamma | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Gamma | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
