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The last rear-wheel-drive car to win the WRC manufacturers' championship (1983). Beat the 4WD Audi Quattro on pure driving skill.
History
When Audi's Quattro seemed unstoppable, Lancia bet on a lighter, mid-engine RWD approach. Engineered by Abarth with a supercharged engine, it won the 1983 WRC championship — the last time a 2WD car would take the crown. Walter Rohrl was unbeatable on tarmac.
Production & Heritage
Production Total200
DesignerPininfarina (Abarth engineering)
Production Period1982–1983
Estimated Value$400K–$700K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine2.0L Inline-4 Supercharged (Abarth 232)
Power205 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque226 Nm
0–60 mph5 sec
Top Speed225 km/h
Transmission5-speed manual (ZF)
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,170 kg
BodyTubular steel frame, composite body panels
Engine Details
Engine CodeAbarth 232
Displacement2.0L (1,995 cc)
Bore x Stroke84 x 90 mm
Compression7.5:1
Valves4 per cylinder (16 total)
Fuel SystemKugelfischer injection, Volumex supercharger
Performance
0–100 km/h5 sec
0–60 mph5 sec
Top Speed225 km/h
Weight-to-Power5.7 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length3,915 mm
Width1,850 mm
Height1,240 mm
Wheelbase2,440 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs
Rear SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs
Front BrakesVentilated disc
Rear BrakesVentilated disc
SteeringRack and pinion, unassisted
Capacity
Fuel Tank80 L
Doors2
Seats2
Source: Wikipedia, auto-data.net
