2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 34 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 884 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | FX | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |
