2004 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
