1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 208 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
