1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, both 1983 Holden Statesman and 1983 Lancia Trevi were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Holden Statesman 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 1983 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Trevi. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Trevi has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Trevi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
