1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
