2005 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 665 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| 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 | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
