1970 Audi Variant vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 4 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | Variant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
