1953 Porsche 356 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1963 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Porsche 356 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1953 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1953 Porsche 356 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 356 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
