1968 AMC AMX vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 393 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | AMX | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
