1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
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 Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Dardo | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |