1981 Lancia Trevi vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Trevi | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Trevi | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
