1983 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 358 kg more than 1983 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
