2000 Ford Puma vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 1982 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
