1978 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 452 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
