2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |