2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 538 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Colorado | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2170 mm |
