1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 42 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2001 Suzuki Swift, 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, 2001 Suzuki Swift (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
