2007 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |