1999 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
