2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Zastava 103
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Zastava 103. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Zastava 103 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Zastava 103. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Zastava 103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Zastava 103. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Zastava 103. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Zastava 103.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Zastava 103 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Civic | 103 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
