1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1975 Skoda 110 L is newer by 14 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Skoda 110 L (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 69 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 31 L |
