1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
