1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 19 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 84 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Stratos | 100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
