1986 Holden Camira vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Camira | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
