2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 26 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 814 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Town & Country | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
