1967 Skoda Octavia vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia 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 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1967 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Skoda Octavia | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2180 mm |
