1981 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 15 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Pony |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
