1999 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Civic | 147 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |