1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 458 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
