2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 186 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2013 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
