1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Eagle | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
