2005 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 23 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. 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 (118 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
