1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Civic |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |