1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1668 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
