1971 MG MGB vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1971 MG MGB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 MG MGB.
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 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 MG MGB | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | MG | Skoda |
| Model | MGB | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
