1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Stratos | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
