2001 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 53 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
