2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | E-150 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2170 mm |
