2006 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 767 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
