2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1983 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 231 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 1983 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1983 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
