1998 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
