2004 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. 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 (144 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
