1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GT | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
