1973 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. Both 1973 Honda Civic and 1962 Lancia Flavia are equipped with a 1,488 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
