1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Stratos | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Stratos | 1600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |