1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 486 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Trevi | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
