1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratos | 607 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
