1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1967 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 2600 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |