1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 224 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |