1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stratos | 164 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
