1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Stratos | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Stratos | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |