2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
