2009 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |