1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 14 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Stratos | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
