1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, both 1971 Fiat 128 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 128 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 128 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2170 mm |