1996 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 216 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
