1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Symbol weights approximately 20 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, 2010 Renault Symbol, 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 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2473 mm |
