1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 194 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2200 mm |
