1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. 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 48 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Stratos | 124 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
