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Honda Civic, 1979–1983

Honda Civic 2nd generation specifications

The Honda Civic 2nd generation was built from 1979 to 1983. This page lists all 17 versions (hatchback, sedan and wagon) with 44–75 hp and 93–109 Nm of torque.

44–75 hp
Power (33–56 kW)
93–109 Nm
Torque (69–80 lb-ft)
12.2–17.5 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
160 km/h
Highest top speed (99 mph)

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 2nd generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.3 MT Sedan1.3 litre gasoline44 hp 33 kW—17.5 s135 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline54 hp 40 kW—15.7 s137 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW—14.5 s150 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Country wagon 5-doors1.3 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW—14 s151 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Sedan1.3 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW—16.6 s146 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 AT Hatchback 3-doors1.3 litre gasoline60 hp 45 kW93 Nm17.3 s134 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.3 litre gasoline60 hp 45 kW93 Nm17.4 s147 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.3 litre gasoline60 hp 45 kW93 Nm13.5 s151 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.3 litre gasoline60 hp 45 kW93 Nm14 s151 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 AT Hatchback 3-doors1.3 litre gasoline68 hp 51 kW98 Nm16.4 s153 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.3 litre gasoline68 hp 51 kW98 Nm14.8 s160 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.3 litre gasoline68 hp 51 kW98 Nm12.2 s155 km/hManual, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.3 litre gasoline68 hp 51 kW98 Nm12.8 s160 km/hManual, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 AT Sedan1.3 litre gasoline70 hp 52 kW—14 s155 km/hAutomatic, 3-speedFront wheel drive
1.3 MT Sedan1.3 litre gasoline70 hp 52 kW—12.7 s157 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 AT Hatchback 3-doors1.5 litre gasoline75 hp 56 kW109 Nm13.5 s155 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 MT Hatchback 3-doors1.5 litre gasoline75 hp 56 kW109 Nm——Manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 2nd generation, hatchback, sedan and wagon.
Length3,760 mm148 in
Width1,580 mm62 in
Height1,336 mm53 in
Wheelbase2,250 mm89 in
Ground clearance165 mm6 in
Kerb weight690–765 kg1,521–1,687 lb
Seats5
Fuel tank41 litres11 US gal

Questions about the Honda Civic 2nd generation

What is the most powerful Honda Civic 2nd generation?

The 1.5 AT hatchback 3-doors, with 75 hp (56 kW) and 109 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Honda Civic 2nd generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.3 MT hatchback 3-doors, takes 12.2 seconds; the slowest takes 17.5 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Honda Civic 2nd generation have?

Engines from 1.2 to 1.5 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Honda Civic 2nd generation?

About 3,760 mm long, 1,580 mm wide and 1,336 mm tall (148 in long), weighing 690–765 kg. 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.