1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 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 164 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
