1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | AR 51 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
