1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
