1994 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 47 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
