1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 4 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratos | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2330 mm |
