1960 Holden FC vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC.
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 (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | FC | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
