2001 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
