1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
