1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 368 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Stratos | Europa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
