1988 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
