1996 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Delta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |