1st - 5th Gen Honda CivicAs these Honda Civics get older and older they become harder to find in great condition and less popular to modify. By no means does this make them less of a contender on the track or car audio competition. Don't forget the roots of what made import tuning what it has become today.
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I just aquired an all original 1983 Civic 1500 S with 187,000 miles from the original owner who purchased it new in Dec. of 1982. I was looking on the internet about some info on this sport version civic but didn't find much. I was wondering most about the MPG, weight, and specs on what is special about the 1500S engine over the normal civic engine. All info or links are welcome.
thanks in advance,
Brad
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__________________ 1983 Honda Civic 1500 S HB 5-speed : 187k all original
"...there's two dates on your tombstone and all your friends will see 'em,
but the only thing that matters is that little line between 'em..."
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just FYI, sometime in the beginning of the year, this site used to be simply "7thgencivic.com" so I'm willing to bet more than 90% of the members on this site own a 01-05 civic
Production 1980-1983
Assembly Suzuka, Japan
Body style(s) 3-door hatchback
4-door sedan
5-door hatchback
5-door station wagon
Layout FF layout
Engine(s) 1.3 L ED CVCC I4
1.5 L ED CVCC I4
Transmission(s) 4-speed manual
5-speed manual
2-speed Hondamatic automatic
3-speed Hondamatic automatic
Wheelbase 88.6 in.(225 cm)
91.3 in (232 cm)(wagon)
Length 146.9 in. (373 cm)
The 1980 Civic debuted with a more angular shape, increased engine power, and larger dimensions in all models. The wheelbase now measured 88.6 inches (225 cm) for the hatchback (the two-door "sedan" was dropped) and 91.3 inches (232 cm) for the wagon. All Civic engines now used the CVCC design; the base 1335 cc ("1300") engine made 55 hp (41 kW), while the 1488 cc ("1500") engine produced 67 hp (50 kW). Three transmissions were offered: a four-speed manual (on base models), a five-speed manual and a two-speed automatic.[1]
The Civic 1300 and 1500 came in base and DX versions, and the latter featured a five-speed manual transmission, partial cloth seats, carpet, rear window defroster, intermittent wipers and a cigar lighter. The 1500 GL added radial tires, a rear window wiper/washer, tachometer, clock and bodyside moldings. The Civic wagon came in a single version that was similar to the DX trim level.[1]
In 1980 a "3-box" four-door sedan debuted, as did a three-speed automatic transmission that replaced the aging two-speed unit. Rectangular headlamps and black bumpers appeared on the 1982 Civic. A new gas-sipping model, the five-speed "FE" (Fuel Economy) was introduced and was rated at 41 mpg (5.7 l/100 km) in the city and 55 mpg (4.3 l/100 km) on the highway.[1]
The sport-oriented Civic "S" was introduced and replaced the 1500 GL in 1983 and was fitted with firmer suspension (with rear stabilizer bar) and 165/70R13 Michelin tires. A red accent encircled the S and set it apart from other Civics as well as a black grille and blackout paint around the windowframes.
just FYI, sometime in the beginning of the year, this site used to be simply "7thgencivic.com" so I'm willing to bet more than 90% of the members on this site own a 01-05 civic
I was thinking that but wasn't for sure. thanks. I didn't have any luck finding a 2nd gen forum. owell, thanks again,
Brad
__________________ 1983 Honda Civic 1500 S HB 5-speed : 187k all original
"...there's two dates on your tombstone and all your friends will see 'em,
but the only thing that matters is that little line between 'em..."
specs/info for the 1983 Civic 1500 S 
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