1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2002 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2002 Saturn Sky is newer by 31 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Sky weights approximately 60 kg more 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, 2002 Saturn Sky (259 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2002 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2002 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Stratos | Sky |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
