2004 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 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 1959 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 (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Appia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |