1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 146 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 155 | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1186 kg |