1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
