1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1946 Lancia Ardea 3

To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. (28 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 776 kg more than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 has manual transmission. 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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