Lancia is an Italian automotive company founded in 1906. Founded by Vincenzo Lancia and Claudio Fogolin, Lancia has a proud history of automotive innovation and rallying success. Automobiles such as the Lambda, Aurelia, and the Ardea featured world firsts in terms of chassis, engine, and transmission respectively. While the company has seen mixed fortunes commercially during its life, Lancia has a unique and enviable history in the world of rallying. Models such as the Fulvia, Delta S4, Delta HF Integrale Evo II, and the Stratos HF are among the world's most cherished and successful rallying cars. Since its heydey in the 70's and 80's the company has seen a marked decline in sales and fortunes, being reduced to creating superminis sold exclusively in Italy.