1980 Audi UR vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | UR | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
