2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
