1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Stratos | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
