2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Civic | 166 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |