2007 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1060 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
