1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1990 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Octavia | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
