1992 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 424 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flaminia 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
