2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 30 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Five Hundred | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
