Honda Civic 1996 1.4i

Honda Civic 1996 1.4 petrol description

Sedan Honda Civic 1996 1.4i has been produced from January, 1996 to August, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 124 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Honda Civic 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.3 litres.

Honda Civic 1996 1.4i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Honda Civic 1996 1.4i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 182 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Honda Civic 1996 1.4i fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100km (14.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Honda Civic 1996 - 2001 versions, city fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Honda is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Honda Civic fuel consumption.

Honda Civic safety

During safety testing Honda Civic has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Honda Civic is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Honda Civic got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Honda Civic version with automatic gearbox (Honda Civic 1996 1.4i AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2.7 seconds later (in 13.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km.
Honda Civic 1.4 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Honda Civic 1996

Honda Civic 1996 1.4i technical data

Model: Honda Civic 1.4i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1996. January ... 2001. August 
Engine: 1396 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 181 g/km
Power: 90 HP ON 6300 RPM Torque: 124 NM ON 4500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 182 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.0 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.46m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.39m (height)
Turning diameter: 10 meters
Trunk capacity: 410 litres
Gross weight: 1540 kg

Honda Civic 1996 1.4i engine D14A-3

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1396 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 75 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 79 mm
Compression ratio 9.1 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

More service info
Timing belt change interval 90,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Honda Civic 1996 1.4i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.3 litres (3.5 quarts) More service info
Power 75 - 90 HP ON 6300 RPM
Torque 110 - 125 NM ON 4500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1987
Duration of production 13 years

All Honda Civic sedan [1996 - 2001] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Honda Civic 1996 1.4i 1.4 Petrol 90 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Honda Civic 1996 1.4i Jan 1996 — Jul 2001 1.4 Petrol 90 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Honda Civic 1996 1.5i LS VTEC-E

Most fuel efficient version

1.5 Petrol 114 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Honda Civic 1996 1.5i LS VTEC-E Jan 1996 — Jan 2001 1.5 Petrol 114 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi Jan 1996 — Oct 1998

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds

1.6 Petrol 160 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Honda Civic 1996 reviews
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