1996 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 14 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2010 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Accent |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
