2000 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 584 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
