1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 257 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
