1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
