2007 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 807 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| 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 | 138 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
