1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Stratos | XPower |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
