2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 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 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 351 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
