1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |