2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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, 1981 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
