1983 Lancia Gamma vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 19 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, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Gamma | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Gamma | Leon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
