1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Prisma | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
