1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |