1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1080 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
