2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 146 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
