2003 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
