1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
