1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Sportut | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |