1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2006 Peugeot Partner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 356 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratos | Partner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
