1967 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 43 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Octavia | B |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |
