1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos 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 94 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Stratos | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
