2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 23 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Trevi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Cruze | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
