Yahoo Autos Never Let Yourself Forget How Awesome the Lancia Stratos Was
In the 1970s, the Lancia Stratos was a dominant force in the rallying world. Its mid-mounted engine, short overhangs, and light weight made it an ideal rally car, and in the mid '70s, no one could touch it. The Stratos even won the World Rally Champion three years in a row-1974, 1975, and 1976.
While early versions of the Stratos had an engine from the Fulvia, the production car used a V6 from the Ferrari Dino. Today, the Stratos rally car's 280 horsepower isn't particularly impressive, but it was plenty of power for the time. There's also no denying that it sounds incredible.
If you're not all that familiar with the Stratos, then let the video below serve as a four-minute crash course on one of the coolest rally cars ever built. And if you're already a fan, give it a watch to appreciate how many Stratos owners still willingly flog their cars on vintage rally courses.
On the other hand, you could always watch it purely for the soundtrack. No one's going to fault you for that. Ever.
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