2006 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 929 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
