1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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 Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Barchetta | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
