2009 Honda Fit vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 481 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Fit | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
