1996 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Beta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |