2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 28 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Grande Punto | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
