1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
