1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
