1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 22 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 475 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Venture | Gamma |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |