1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B6 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
