1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 75 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
