2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 424 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, 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 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Compass | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
