1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Stratos | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Lancia | Willys-Overland |
Model | Stratos | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |