1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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, 2008 Peugeot 607, 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratos | 607 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
