1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 46 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 525 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
