1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 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 112 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Stratos |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |