1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | Octavia |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |