1986 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
