2007 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Civic | 2600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |