1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Festiva | Stratos |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2190 mm |