1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 510 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 595 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
