1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 33 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfetta | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |