1975 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 296 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1250 kg |