1996 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
