1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |