2007 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 286 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
