1982 Lancia Trevi vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 865 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 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Trevi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Trevi has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Trevi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lancia Trevi 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Trevi Legacy
Year Released 1982 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 100 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 64 L


 

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