Italy vs Italy — 1992 vs 1985
| Hyena Zagato | Delta S4 Stradale | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 250 hp |
| Torque | 230 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,995 cc | 1,759 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 152 mph | 140 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.8 sec | — |
| Weight | 2,425 lbs | 1,962 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,480 mm | 2,480 mm |
| Length | 3,940 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Units Produced | 24 | 200 |
| Original MSRP | $95,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $500,000 | $650,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1992 Lancia Hyena Zagato brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed, greater rarity to the table, and the 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale answers with lighter weight, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Lancia has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1992 Lancia Hyena Zagato with the 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1992 Lancia Hyena Zagato producing 250 hp and the 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale delivering 250 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lancia Hyena uses a Inline-4 Turbo displacing 1,995 cc, while the Lancia Delta S4 relies on a Inline-4 DOHC Supercharged and Turbocharged with 1,759 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1992 Lancia Hyena Zagato edges ahead at 5.4 seconds versus 5.5 seconds. The Lancia Delta S4 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 463 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 24 units built, the 1992 Lancia Hyena Zagato is considerably scarcer than the Lancia Delta S4's 200 examples.