1996 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
