1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Stratos |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |