2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1977 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Silverado | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
