2005 Kia Retona vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 27 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 544 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Retona | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
