1996 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 360 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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Gamma |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |