2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
