1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Stratos | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
