1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Cortina | Octavia |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |