2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
