2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 131 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) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Seat 131. 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 1975 Seat 131. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
