1996 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
