1982 Audi 80 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 5 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 57 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 210 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, 1982 Audi 80, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
