2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |