2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 216 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 1978 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
