1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 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 65 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1100 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |