1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 19 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 72 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 246 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Stratos | Beetle |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |