1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 1900 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
