2007 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna 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 1984 Lotus Etna. 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | Etna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
