1967 Audi Variant vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant 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 108 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1978 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
