1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1959 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1959 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stratos | Velox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
