Is the latest model car always better than predecessor?

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Diba they had the FD Civic 2.0 MT for a while? Except that was a total flop.

The 2.0 Civic with a M/T is far from being an SiR replacement.

This is the current equivalent of the old 160PS 1.6 liter Civic SiR(sold in some markets as the Si)
The new Civic Si with a 200PS(197hp) 2.0 liter engine.
As far as I know, currently its only sold in North America and Brazil.

(PS: There are some Si coupes sold here by Standout Motors for P1.9M+)

New cars are better than there predecessors in some areas.
Sometimes they adjust to what the market wants...
less sporty, but more practical... or less sporty but more luxurious etc.