1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Stratos | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
