1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
