1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 144 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |