1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 295 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Stratos | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
