1996 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Civic | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
