1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi

To start off, 1982 Lancia Trevi is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 452 kg more than 1982 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth GTX 1982 Lancia Trevi
Make Plymouth Lancia
Model GTX Trevi
Year Released 1968 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.7 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 52 L


 

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