1973 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 33 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 683 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Lybra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |