1969 Seat 1500 vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1969 Seat 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat 1500 | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 1500 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
