1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 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, 2012 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1305 kg |
