1978 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1982 Lancia Trevi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1982 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1982 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
