1978 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 492 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.
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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Dedra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |