1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 57 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 90 | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |