1963 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 967 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb, 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, 2008 Skoda Superb (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Seat 600 | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
