1983 Lancia Trevi vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Trevi | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trevi | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
