1968 Porsche 906 vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1973 Skoda 1202 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 906 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 906 | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 906 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 617 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
