1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratos | 406 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
