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Honda Civic, 1972–1979

Honda Civic 1st generation specifications

The Honda Civic 1st generation was built from 1972 to 1979. This page lists all 1 version (hatchback) with 50 hp.

50 hp
Power (37 kW)
3,650 mm
Length (144 in)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Honda Civic 1st generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.2 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline50 hp 37 kW———Automatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation, hatchback.
Length3,650 mm144 in
Width1,505 mm59 in
Height1,320 mm52 in
Wheelbase2,200 mm87 in
Ground clearance175 mm7 in
Seats4
Fuel tank38 litres10 US gal

Questions about the Honda Civic 1st generation

What is the most powerful Honda Civic 1st generation?

The 1.2 AT hatchback 5-doors, with 50 hp (37 kW).

What engines does the Honda Civic 1st generation have?

A 1.2 litre engine, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Honda Civic 1st generation?

About 3,650 mm long, 1,505 mm wide and 1,320 mm tall (144 in long). Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Honda Civic generation

  1. 1st generation 1972–1979
  2. 8th generation, second facelift 1972–1979
  3. 2nd generation 1979–1983
  4. 3rd generation 1983–1987
  5. 4th generation 1987–1996
  6. 5th generation 1991–1997
  7. 6th generation 1995–1999
  8. 6th generation, facelift 1998–2002
  9. 7th generation 2000–2003
  10. 7th generation, facelift 2003–2006
  11. 8th generation 2005–2009
  12. 8th generation, facelift 2008–2012
  13. 9th generation 2011–2015
  14. 9th generation, facelift 2013–2017
  15. 10th generation 2015–2019
  16. 11th generation 2021–present

Honda Civic overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.