2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 865 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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 Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1975 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Kamal | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |