2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Civic | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
