2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
