2005 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Gamma (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Gamma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |