1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 123 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 SZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | SZ | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
