1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 255 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Stratos | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
