1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 30 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Stratos | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
