1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Pontiac 1000 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 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Trevi | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
