1968 Skoda Octavia vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1968 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. Both 1968 Skoda Octavia and 1962 Skoda 1202 are equipped with a 1,221 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 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, 1962 Skoda 1202 (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda Octavia | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |
