1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 27 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. Both 1959 Skoda Octavia and 1986 Skoda L are equipped with a 1,221 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 39 kg more than 1986 Skoda L.
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:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
