1972 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
