1962 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 670 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | Octavia | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
