1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 7 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 55 more horse power than 1978 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Renault 14. 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, 1978 Renault 14, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1978 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | 14 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
