1990 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo weights approximately 47 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 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
