1969 Audi Variant vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 184 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | Variant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
