2009 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
