2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | RS6 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
