1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 51 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
