1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Valiant and 1971 Lancia Stratos were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
Model | Valiant | Stratos |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 155 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |