1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | 19 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
