1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Stratos | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
