2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
