1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 395 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (181 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Stratos | 6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |