1972 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 762 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |