2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
