2008 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 119 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
