1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratos | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
