1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 37 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
