1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 4 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
