1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 502 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
