2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
