1967 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Skoda | Mazda |
Model | Octavia | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |