1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1980 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |