1997 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 690 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Legend | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |
