1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Corsair | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
