1976 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Civic | 146 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |