1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 36 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 310 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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Stratos | Forte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
