2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
