2002 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 113 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Gamma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
