Italy vs Italy — 1974 vs 1982
| Stratos Stradale | 037 Rally Stradale | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 205 hp |
| Torque | 166 lb-ft | 166 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,418 cc | 1,995 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8 sec | 6.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 143 mph | 137 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.0 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,180 mm | 2,440 mm |
| Length | 3,710 mm | 3,920 mm |
| Units Produced | 492 | 200 |
| Value (Excellent) | $700,000 | $700,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1974 Lancia Stratos Stradale brings higher top speed to the table, and the 1982 Lancia 037 Rally Stradale answers with quicker acceleration, greater rarity. 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 1974 Lancia Stratos Stradale with the 1982 Lancia 037 Rally Stradale highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1974 Lancia Stratos Stradale producing 190 hp and the 1982 Lancia 037 Rally Stradale delivering 205 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lancia Stratos uses a V6 DOHC 24V displacing 2,418 cc, while the Lancia 037 relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16V Supercharged with 1,995 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1982 Lancia 037 Rally Stradale edges ahead at 6.2 seconds versus 6.8 seconds. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.