2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 20 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1982 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Prizm | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
