2007 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1965 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 1965 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
