1990 Honda Legend vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Gamma |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |