1972 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 875 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.
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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
