1994 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |