1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 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 127 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 750 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |