1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 47 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Skoda | Smart |
Model | Octavia | Roadster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |