1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 32 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 360 kg more 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, 2003 Renault Megane, 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, 2003 Renault Megane (192 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | Megane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
