1983 Honda Civic Hatchback 1500 S
The 1983 Honda Civic Hatchback 1500 S is a 1.5-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $6,568 MSRP.
The Civic Hatchback measures 148.0 inches long on a 88.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,867 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $6,568 ($21,432 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L (1487cc) SOHC 12-valve CVCC I4, sport-tuned variant (JDM CX-derived, lower NA output) |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12-valve (CVCC: main intake/exhaust valves plus 1 auxiliary pre-chamber valve per cylinder) |
| Injection Type | Carburetor (CVCC stratified-charge pre-chamber design) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded regular (required -- catalytic-converter equipped) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 148 in |
| Width | 62 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 88.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 1,867 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 36 in |
| Headroom Rear | 34 in |
| Legroom Front | 40 in |
| Legroom Rear | 28 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 50 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars