1981 Lancia Trevi vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 125 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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Trevi | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Trevi | Altea |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
