1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Zephyr | Stratos |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |