1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 27 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 116 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trevi | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
