2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 91.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
