1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |