2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Vamos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
