1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Cortina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
