1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 13 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Corrado | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
