2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2002 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Berlina | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
