1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos 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 120 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Stratos | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
