1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 68 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 231 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1984 Lancia Thema, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Stratos | Thema |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |