1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Maverick | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
