2004 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia 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 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
