1975 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 622 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
