1966 Wartburg 312 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 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 67 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 515 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. 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 Wartburg 312. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Wartburg | Skoda |
| Model | 312 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
