1990 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 442 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Espada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lamborghini Espada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Espada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
