1996 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Proton Impian
To start off, 2003 Proton Impian 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. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Impian weights approximately 240 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, 2003 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2003 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Impian |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
