1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta 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 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Invicta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
