2002 Honda City vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | City | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
