2006 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Civic | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
