1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 20 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
