1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-01 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
