1962 Seat 1400 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 385 kg more than 1962 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 1400 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | 1400 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |