1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | Octavia |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |