1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 16 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 155 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Cinquecento | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 123 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
