1971 Jensen SP vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 813 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jensen | Skoda |
| Model | SP | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
