1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 208 and 1982 Lancia Trevi were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1982 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 208 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
