1983 Lancia Gamma vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 29 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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, 1983 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Gamma | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Gamma | Fit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
