1999 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (208 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Gamma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
