2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 295 kg more than 1982 Lancia Gamma.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lancia |
| Model | Freelander | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
