1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 32 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 569 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Stratos | Outback |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
