1979 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Civic | 166 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |