1994 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Civic | C4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
