1990 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 16 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 64 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
