1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 241 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
