2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
