1963 Rover P5 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P5 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | P5 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |