1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 24 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 135 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mazda Laputa, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 60.4 mm |
| 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 | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
