1992 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 1977 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
