1981 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 1 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
