1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 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 144 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Stratos | 1968 Renault 10 | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Stratos | 10 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |