1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 164 | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |