1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fairlane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
