1991 Honda CRX vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 13 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, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 336 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CRX | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
