1975 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (49 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Appia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
Because 1953 Lancia Appia 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Honda Civic (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Appia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
