How much is a Lancia 037?
After winning many international rallies with the front-wheel-drive Fulvia and the wedge-shaped Stratos, the 037 took the 1983 World Rally Championship title over the Audi Quattro by just two points.
How many Lancia 037 are there?
In total, 200 units of the Lancia Rally 037 were produced between 1982 and 1983 to obtain the Group B homologation needed to compete in rallies.
Does Lancia still do rally?
The Squadra Corse bounced back in the World Endurance Championship with three world titles between 1979 and 1981, and in rallying, winning eleven constructors’ titles and four drivers’ titles between 1974 and 1992. Since the end of 1991, Lancia has ceased all official involvement in motor racing.
How fast is a Lancia 037 Stradale?
140 mph
How fast is a Lancia 037 Stradale?
| Lancia 037 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| WHEELBASE | 96.1 in |
| WEIGHT | 2,500 lb |
| 0-60 MPH | 7.0 sec |
| TOP SPEED | 140 mph (est) |
Will Lancia return to rally?
The iconic eight-time World Rally Championship winner is set to return with electric-only power. For the upcoming 2022 World Rallycross Championship (WRX) season, all entrants are expected to campaign a fully-electric vehicle.
Why are there so few manufacturers in WRC?
Some manufacturers dropped out, either because they were not successful, or in 2008, the global financial crisis made money tight and they couldn’t afford to maintain a team, such as Suzuki and Subaru.
Why did Subaru drop out of WRC?
The decision was taken by Subaru’s parent company, Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI), partly as a result of the economic downturn but also because it was felt Subaru had achieved its sporting and marketing objectives.
Was the Lancia Scorpion sold in the US?
Lancia Scorpion & Montecarlo End of Production The braking issue and lackluster U.S. sales meant the Scorpion was only sold for the 1976 and 1977 model years, with just 1,801 cars delivered.
What ever happened to the Lancia 037?
For the 1984 Constructors’ title defence, Lancia introduced an Evolution 2 version of the 037 with improved engine power output, but this was not enough to stem the tide of 4WD competition, losing to Audi in both 1984 championships, and again to the 4WD Peugeot 205 T16 in its final works season in 1985.
What is the Rallye 037 Stradale?
The Rallye 037 Stradale (meaning “Road Version” in Italian) was born from the collaboration between Pininfarina, Abarth, Dallara and the project manager, engineer Sergio Limone. Based on the design of the Lancia Beta Montercarlo, the 037 is the spiritual successor to the legendary Stratos, and was built specifically for Group B homologation.
What kind of car is the 037?
Similar to the concept of a silhouette racer; while the 037 was loosely based on the Lancia Montecarlo (also known as Scorpion in the US and Canadian markets) road car, they shared only the center section with all body panels and mechanical parts being significantly different.
When did the Ford 037 make its first rally debut?
The car made its competition debut at the 1982 Rally Costa Smeralda in Italy, where two cars were entered but both retired due to gearbox issues. The 1982 season was plagued with retirements for the 037, but the new car did manage to achieve several wins including its first win at the Pace Rally in the UK.