2005 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
