1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1200 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |