1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Because 1961 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Taunus | Octavia |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |