1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
