1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |