2005 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 895 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
