1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea, 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Marea | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
