2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos. 2007 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
