1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | 1300 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |