1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1969 Austin 1300 and 1969 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
Because 1969 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Austin 1300 (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | 1300 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |