1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Cortina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
