1969 Seat 600 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 600 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
