2001 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
