LANCIA

Stratos returns with limited edition...Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has invested heavily in the improvement and rejuvenation of Alfa Romeo and Maserati, but the same can not be said for Lancia, limited to a single model, exclusive to the Italian market (Ypsilon), the brand is reduced to a shade than it already was. However, through a limited edition, FCA has decided to resume production of one of its most respected models, the Stratos.The new Stratos will be more than a prototype, will be produced 25 units, so was announced by MAT (Manifattura Automobili Torino) and New Stratos Gbr, the two entities that have reached an agreement to develop the new sport.In addition to the base version, the Safari and GT versions will be produced, unfortunately no details related to these variants have been revealed.



















Information on technical specifications is also scarce, and the project's owners promise an engine capable of delivering more than 550 hp and "optimized suspension" in order to provide a "unique driving experience".The exterior design and interior of the new Lancia Stratos will be inspired by the classic model of the 1970s.



The intention to manufacture a new Lancia Stratos came in 2010. At the time, a prototype was produced based on the Ferrari F430 Scuderia, it was equipped with a atmospheric engine V8 of 4.3 liters able to charge 540 horsepower of power and to develop 519 Nm of torque. Ferrari did not allow Stratos to be based on its model, therefore, without Ferrari's approval, Pininfarina refused to manufacture the bodywork and the project was stopped. So far.The new Lancia Stratus will be featured at the Geneva Motor Show, which opens on 8 March, additional information will be revealed.

Vasco Reis, direto de Portugal