1990 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 451 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
