2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 459 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
