2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1977 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
