1981 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Vivio (63 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 83 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Vivio |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2320 mm |