2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
