Lancia Rally 037 Stradale 2.0 (205 Hp)


Overall Rating

8.3 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.8 / 5
Value 5.0 / 5
Performance 4.9 / 5
Comfort 2.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Lancia Rally 037:

The Lancia Rally was a mid-engine sports car and rally car built by Lancia in the early 1980s to compete in the FIA Group B World Rally Championship. Driven by Markku Alén, Attilio Bettega, and Walter Röhrl, the car won Lancia the manufacturers' world championship in the 1983 season. It was the last rear-wheel drive car to win the WRC.
In 1980 Lancia began the development of the 037 to comply with the then new FIA Group B regulations that allowed cars to race with relatively few homologation models being built. As the project name was number 037, this eventually became the name by which the car was known. Abarth, now a part of the Lancia-Fiat family, did most of the design work, even incorporating styling cues from some of its famous race cars of the 1950s and 1960s such as a double bubble roof line. The car was developed in collaboration between Pininfarina, Abarth, Dallara and the project manager, engineer Sergio Limone. Prior to its first participation in the 1982 World Rally Championship season, 200 road-going models were built to comply with Group B regulations....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Stradale Overview:

Lancia Rally 037 (Stradale). With 233 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1170 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.0 (205 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 5 stars

Performance Verdict

The supercharged 2.0-liter engine delivers exhilarating performance for its time, with strong mid-range torque and a distinctive whine. Its 205 Hp in a lightweight chassis ensures rapid acceleration and a thrilling driving experience.

Fuel Economy

Fuel economy is secondary to performance, with urban consumption around 16.6 l/100 km. While not efficient by modern standards, it's acceptable for a high-performance homologation car of the early 80s.

Best Use Case: Weekend track days, spirited mountain drives, collector's events.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Legendary Group B rally heritage
  • • Exhilarating supercharged performance and sound
  • • Stunning and iconic Pininfarina design
  • • Exceptional rarity and collector's value
  • • Pure, unadulterated driving experience

Cons:

  • • Very limited comfort and practicality
  • • High running and maintenance costs
  • • Challenging to drive at the limit for inexperienced drivers
  • • Lack of modern safety features
  • • Parts availability can be extremely difficult and expensive

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Lancia
Model:Rally 037
Generation:Stradale
Modification (Engine):2.0 (205 Hp)
Start of production:1982
End of production:1984
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:2
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:205 Hp @ 7000 rpm.
Power per litre:102.8 Hp/l
Torque:233 Nm @ 5000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:232AR4
Engine displacement:1995
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Supercharger
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:8.89 l
Coolant:9 l
Engine layout:Middle, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:84 mm
Piston Stroke:90 mm
Compression ratio:7.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:16.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7 sec
Maximum speed:220 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:5.7 kg/Hp, 175.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5 kg/Nm, 199.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:6.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1170
Max. weight:1330
Max load:160
Fuel tank capacity:70 l
Size:
Length:3915 mm
Width:1850 mm
Height:1245 mm
Wheelbase:2440 mm
Front track:1508 mm
Rear (Back) track:1490 mm
Front overhang:895 mm
Rear overhang:580 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.6 m
Climb angle:20.8°
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 205/55 R16
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 8J x 16
Front suspensionCoil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone, Coil spring

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