1977 Lancia Stratos vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626, 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Stratos | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | 626 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
