1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos 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 25 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1970 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stratos | 146 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
