1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 275 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi. 1996 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Trevi has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Trevi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Trevi | 605 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
