1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
