1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 314 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
