1963 Seat 1400 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 89 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Seat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1963 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1963 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 1400 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |