2005 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1966 Lancia Flaminia 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. 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 (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
