1974 AMC Matador vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1982 Lancia Trevi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 647 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 1974 AMC Matador 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 1974 AMC Matador. 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1982 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Matador | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 52 L |
