1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 127 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 19 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Stratos | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
