1988 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 12 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 208 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
