1966 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 547 kg more than 1966 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | CC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
