1958 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 50 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 918 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 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Seat 600 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
