1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 284 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Abarth | Skoda |
Model | 1300 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |