1987 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Civic | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
