1983 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 345 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Delta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2550 mm |