2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
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 Dodge Ram (235 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
