1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
