1984 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Lancia Flaminia 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
