1977 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 197 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1177 kg |
