1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1977 Lancia Stratos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 68 kg more than 1977 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
