Is A 1998 1.4 Honda Civic Fast?

Also, what is the fastest/best civic in that generation?

Not at all. It has about 74 hp.

http://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1998/1117670/honda_civic_1_4i.html

A good starter "fast car" is around the 200 hp range.
Some light cars like a Fiero or Miata can have 140 - 150 hp and still be quick.

"Fast"? Define, "fast". Can it out accelerate a galloping, angry cow? Is it as fast as a Porsche Turbo?