1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
