1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1970 Austin Maxi and 1970 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin Maxi weights approximately 8 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Austin Maxi, 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 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Maxi | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
