1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 159 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 | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
