1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 246 kg more than 1982 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Sentia 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 1996 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Sentia | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Sentia | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
