1999 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (152 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Spark |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
