1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 90 | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |