1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 723 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Skoda | Ferrari |
| Model | Octavia | 456 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 110 L |
