2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 483 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Crossfire | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
