1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Fellow | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
