1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 35 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 130 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, 2006 Rover 25, 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Stratos | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
