1969 Seat 1430 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 545 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 1430 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | 1430 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |