1996 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Celica weights approximately 154 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |