1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1977 Lancia Stratos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
