1981 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 22 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 1039 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
