2004 Honda Element vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 30 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1974 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
