1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Stratos | Delta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
