1967 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Vector M12 is newer by 36 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vector M12 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2003 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Vector M12 | |
Make | Skoda | Vector |
Model | Octavia | M12 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |