1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratos | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2260 mm |
