1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Stratos | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Lancia | Steyr |
Model | Stratos | 700C |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1950 mm |