1999 Honda City vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 184 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | City | Starlet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |