1996 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 2003 Lancia Fulvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lancia Fulvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 315 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |