1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Gamma. 1981 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Venturi | Lancia |
| Model | Cabriolet | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
