1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1967 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Skoda Octavia (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
