1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |