2000 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |