1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 164 | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |