1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1971 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, 1966 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1966 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Moretti |
| Model | Stratos | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
