1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
