1968 AMC AMX vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 407 kg more than 1965 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 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | AMC | Skoda |
Model | AMX | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |