1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 13 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 106 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 52 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, 1988 Eagle Summit, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Eagle | Lancia |
| Model | Summit | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
