1966 Rover P5 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | P5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
