1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1996 Fiat Multipla is newer by 18 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Multipla | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
