2008 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
