1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 89 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 129 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
