2006 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 19 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
