The first generation Honda Civic is an automobile produced by Honda
in Japan from July 1972 to 1979. It was their first real market success,
eschewing the air-cooling and expensive engineering solutions of the
slow-selling Honda 1300 and outgrowing it. Minuscule N Series.[4] The Civic
took this direction after Honda’s automobile design.

The first generation Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a
two-door coupe model, [2] followed by a three-door hatchback in September. With
a 1,169cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive like the British Mini, the
car offered good interior space despite its small overall dimensions.[3]
Initially noted for being fuel-efficient, reliable, and environmentally
friendly. After gaining notoriety for the cause, later iterations were noted
for performance and sportiness, notably the Civic Type R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi,
and Civic SiR/Si.[4][5]

First generation Civic sedan:

The first generation Civic was introduced on July 11, 1972, but was
sold in Japan as a 1973 model. It was equipped with a 1,169 cc (71.3 cu in)
four-cylinder water-cooled engine and featured front power disc brakes,
reclining vinyl bucket seats, simulated wood trim on the dashboard, as well as
optional air conditioning, and an AM/FM. . .. The Radio Civic was available as
a two- or four-door fastback sedan, a three- and five-door hatchback, as well
as a five-door station wagon. Due to the 1973 oil crisis, consumer demand for
gasoline-powered vehicles was high, and the engine’s ability to run on leaded
or unleaded fuel made drivers more fuel-efficient than other vehicles. Provides
flexibility in selection. (CVCC) engine debuted in December 1973, with a head
design that allowed for more efficient combustion. hydrocarbons and carbon
monoxide.[18] The Civic was introduced in 1976 with an extension of the
three-door hatchback platform, called the Honda Accord.