1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 23 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 79 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 686 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Stratos | Phedra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |