2004 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
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, 1977 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
