1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Trevi | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 77 L |
