1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 414 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Stratos | Altima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |