1978 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Lancia K (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | K |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
