1982 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
