1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 135 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Skoda 1200 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 1956 Skoda 1200. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Trevi | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
