2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
