1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 28 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Citi |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
