1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
