2007 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1969 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 1969 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
