1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1983 Lancia Trevi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
