1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1388 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
