1943 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 445 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
