1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 531 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | Octavia | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
