1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1971 Lancia Stratos and 1971 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Stratos | 204 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |