1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Stratos | Flavia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |