1988 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 540 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, 1997 Lancia K (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | K |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
