2008 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 384 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | Elba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
