1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Civic |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |