1973 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 470 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.
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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
