1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 32 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 74 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 566 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, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Stratos | C-Max |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2788 mm |