1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 286 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
