1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 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 Toyota Celica, 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 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Stratos | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |