1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 715 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 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Stratos | Thesis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |