2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
