Lancia Trevi 828 2.0 i.e. (122 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.1 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 3.0 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Lancia Trevi:

The Lancia Trevi , initially marketed as the Lancia Beta Trevi, is a saloon car that was produced between 1980 and 1984. It has transversely mounted in-line four-cylinder engines driving the front wheels. Its engines have twin overhead camshafts and electronic ignition. The clutch is a single dry plate with diaphragm and a five-speed gearbox was standard. The suspension consists of MacPherson struts all round with coil springs and anti-roll bar. The wheels are fitted with 185/65 14 inch tyres. Steering is rack and pinion. The manufacturer's estimated fuel consumption is 29. 4 mpg at 75 mph for the 1600 manual and 28 mpg at 75 mph for the 2000 manual. The 2000 fitted with an automatic transmission had an official fuel consumption of 25. 4 mpg at 75 mph....(Read more on Wikipedia)

828 Overview:

Lancia Trevi (828). With 176 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1165 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
The Lancia Trevi (828) was produced before modern crash testing standards like Euro NCAP were established. Safety features were rudimentary by today's standards, typical for vehicles of the early 1980s.

2.0 i.e. (122 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

The most potent engine in the lineup, offering spirited performance for its time thanks to fuel injection and a healthy 122 Hp, making it enjoyable on open roads.

Fuel Economy

Improved fuel efficiency over carbureted models due to electronic fuel injection, offering a better balance of power and economy for the era.

Best Use Case: Highway / Enthusiast Driving

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Distinctive Italian styling
  • • Comfortable ride quality
  • • Advanced DOHC engines for the era
  • • Unique interior design (e.g., 'Swiss cheese' dashboard)
  • • Good handling for a sedan of its size

Cons:

  • • Historical reputation for rust (though improved)
  • • Dated safety features by modern standards
  • • Fuel economy can be high on carbureted models
  • • Potential for electrical issues common in 80s Italian cars
  • • Limited parts availability for some components

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(828: 1983 - 1984).

General:
Brand:Lancia
Model:Trevi
Generation:828
Modification (Engine):2.0 i.e. (122 Hp)
Start of production:April, 1982
End of production:September, 1984
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:122 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:61.2 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:176 Nm @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:828B4.000 More details about the engine 828B4.000
Engine displacement:1995
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:84 mm mm
Piston Stroke:90 mm mm
Maximum engine speed:6400 rpm.
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.2 sec
Maximum speed:180 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.5 kg/Hp, 104.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.6 kg/Nm, 151.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1165
Max. weight:1665
Max load:500
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:440 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1235 kg
Size:
Length:4355 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1706 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1400 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1406 mm
Rear (Back) track:1392 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.9 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc [above average]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/70 R14
Wheel rims size5.5J x 14
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionMcPherson, Transverse stabilizer

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