1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 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 96 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 232 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Stratos | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Stratos | 2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |