1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 75 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
