1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Civic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |