1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Alto 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. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 38 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1986 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1959 Skoda Octavia (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |
