1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 31 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) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 465 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, 2006 Opel Zafira, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Stratos | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
