1998 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
