2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 477 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
