1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 17 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |