1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 14 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 124 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
