1975 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 722 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Exeo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2642 mm |