1984 Lancia Trevi vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Trevi | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Trevi | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |
