1996 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
