1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Because 1962 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1089 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
