2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 707 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
