2004 Honda Life vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Trevi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1983 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 1983 Lancia Trevi has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lancia Trevi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Life | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
