1996 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 16 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i10 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |