La Lancia resurrection, as a car manufacturer, is a great joy for rally fans. But at this point "in the game" many will have been upset to see that the new Ypsilon is nothing more than a Peugeot 208 or Opel Corsa. Be that as it may, Stellantis' latest creation is "vital" for the Italian brand to be profitable in a short period of time. Then, when it is one hundred percent electric, its accounts and synergies should be different...
If the managers of Stellantis had wanted to resurrect Lancia, as they should, they would have approved a model as an exponent of its history. But that would have meant a very expensive and complex development that might not have had the success it deserved. So he Kimera Evo38 is that model that Stellantis has not dared to design and that surely satisfies the needs of the most passionate and wealthy loyalists of the firm. Because it will be expensive.
The Kimera Evo38 is an evolution of the Evo37 that was born in 2021…
If you look back you will remember that Kimera launched the Evo37 on the market in 2021. And now with the Evo38 it should be an evolution of this one, which is nothing more than a tribute to the Lancia 038 that never saw the light of day. This model was created as successor to the 037 and direct rival to the Audi Quattro S1 but its development was canceled and it was replaced by the Lancia Delta S4. Be that as it may, Kimera has recovered this prototype to pay it a heartfelt tribute...
In terms of aesthetics, this Evo38 is proof that a retro design does not have to be "tacky." Thus, the design team of the Italian firm has given a new twist to the Evo37 concept. For this purpose, it provides optics and a revised grill along with a more muscular bumper. But the most interesting thing about the 38 is the massive use of carbon fiber and titanium that allows a final weight on the scale that remains just a few. 1.100 kilos.
The engine is another of the jewels of the Evo38. Maintains the 2.1 liter block manufactured by Italtecnica which thanks to a larger turbocharger reaches up to 600 CV. For its management there is an electronic sequential gearbox that sends power to the ground through all four wheels. In addition, it comes standard with a electrohydraulic differential adjustable from the inside or a lifting suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers.
The Evo38 will debut at the Geneva Motor Show but the brand is already thinking about a third model, the K-39…
For now we do not have acceleration or maximum speed figures, although they should be at high altitude. Especially for one power-weight ratio that is around 1,83 kilos per HP. In itself, we will clear up doubts throughout these days since the brand wants to present it at the Geneva Motor Show. In this event, we hope that they indicate what the price will be, although it will surely be close to, or easily exceed, the barrier of half a million euros.
As already happened with the Evo37, its production is limited to the number that makes up its name. That is to say, the final amount will be 38 units for everyone. Finally, indicate that In a hundred days they will show us the K-39 of which for now we only have this teaser. We will have to have a little patience because the Italian firm "is working hard" and if they are successful it will be the replica of Stellantis and the light resurrection of Lancia...
Or not?
Source - Kimera Cars
