1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 401 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Stratos | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
