1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1980 Lancia Trevi has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Lancia Trevi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Celica | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
