2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2009 Jeep Patriot has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Patriot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Patriot | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
