1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 31 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
