1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 29 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Stratos | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
