1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfa 6 | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |