1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1970 Mini MK III
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini MK III 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 153 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 374 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1970 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Stratos | MK III |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2040 mm |
