1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Octavia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
