1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1972 Ford Maverick is newer by 13 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Maverick | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
