1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 222 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, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (240 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Stratos | C3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
