2004 Honda Element vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
