1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 2000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2400 mm |
