1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 116 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 225 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 | 864 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
