2006 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Delta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |