1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 528 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratos | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
