2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 91.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
