1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
