1996 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Getz is newer by 7 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. Both 1996 Honda Civic and 2003 Hyundai Getz are equipped with a 1,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Hyundai Getz (195 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Getz |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |