1979 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 314 kg more than 1979 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
