2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 606 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V, 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | FR-V | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
