1968 Seat 600 vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 Skoda 1202 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat 600 | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
