Honda Civic II 1.3 (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Civic:
The Honda Civic is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1972. As of 2023, the Civic is positioned between the Honda Fit/City and Honda Accord in Honda's global passenger car line-up. It is one of the best-selling automobiles in history, with over 27 million units sold through 2021.
The first-generation Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a two-door fastback sedan, followed by a three-door hatchback that September. With a 1,169 cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive, the car provided good interior space despite its small overall dimensions. Initially gaining a reputation for being fuel-efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly, later iterations have become known for performance and sportiness, especially the Civic Si, SiR, and Type R versions. It is currently in its eleventh generation, which has been produced since 2021....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda Civic (II). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Civic II was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP (1997), thus no official crash test ratings are available. Safety features were basic for its era.
1.3 (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An improvement over the 45 Hp variant, providing adequate power for mixed city and suburban driving, with slightly better highway capability.
Fuel Economy
Maintains good fuel efficiency while offering a better balance of power, making it a practical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability for its era
- • Excellent fuel efficiency across the engine lineup
- • Compact size and easy maneuverability
- • Low maintenance costs and readily available parts
Cons:
- • Limited power, especially in base models
- • Basic safety features compared to modern standards
- • Dated interior and exterior design
- • Lack of modern amenities and comfort features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Wagon: 1974 - 1983).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Civic |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1979 |
| End of production: | 1983 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 60 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |












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