1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Stratos | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |