1990 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Civic | C4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |