I would recommend Corolla, any variant matching your budget and requirements. It ticks most of the points you have raised; good resale (in case of 1.3L), 1.6L / 1.8L have reasonable fuel economy (1.3L has the least in these 03), maintenance cost is quite low, comfort is good (drive, safety and handling of Civic may be better).
It may be noted that cars with 1.5L or above engines will not give good fuel efficiency (like 14-15 kmpl or above within city, and with AC). If fuel efficiency is your primary concern, then consider buying a 1000 cc hatchback.