1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1977 Lancia Stratos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1977 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 2000 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
