1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 1976 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 1976 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
