1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 193 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lancia |
| Model | G12 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
