2009 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 886 kg more than 1965 Seat 600.
Because 1965 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 1965 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1965 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
