1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 324 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Stratos | Sentra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 199 Nm |
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 | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2685 mm |