1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Stratos | Integra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
