1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
