1977 Lancia Stratos vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1977 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Stratos | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Stratos | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
