1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mondeo | Gamma |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |