2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
