1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
