1981 Honda Civic Standard, 5-speed review from Malaysia
"Likeable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Usual wear and tear items. Nothing extraordinary. Interior trim and exterior parts showing their age.
General comments?
Nippy, economical and reliable 5-door hatchback.
Engine is unburstable! Good low-end torque, but runs out of steam at high rpms.
Slick-shifting 5 speed manual gearbox.
Unassisted rack and pinion steering a bit heavy at parking speeds.
Decent ride and handling.
Generally good build quality.
Small boot.
Headlights are barely bright enough.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 180000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 9th June, 2006 |