1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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, 1972 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1972 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Stratos | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2120 mm |
