1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 39 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 570 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratos | Colt |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
