1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1983 Lancia Trevi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1983 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Corsair | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
