1988 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Lybra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |