2004 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |