1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 12 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 73 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 351 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Stratos | Colt |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |