2004 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (340 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
