1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 138 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
