2001 Holden UTE vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 30 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 520 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.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | UTE | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
