1961 Ford Station Wagon vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1962 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,655 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Station Wagon weights approximately 900 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
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. 1961 Ford Station Wagon has automatic transmission and 1962 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1962 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Ford Station Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Station Wagon | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Station Wagon | Octavia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3655 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 41 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |