As a matter of fact, there's no way M3 1.6 can come close to a Civic1.8. U know the answer. But if you like M3 1.6 becos of its design, then go for it lo. Look lies in the eyes of the beholder anyway, and it won't last long, somemore once the facelift and new generation comes out, you will cry and be forgotten while stuck in the poorer engine (compared to Civic 1.8) for the rest of ..hmm the few years more. Haha.
MAZDA3 Sport VS Honda CIVIC, Wich you wan go ...