1998 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 AC Cobra 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 1998 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Cobra | Trevi |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |