2009 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 141 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
