1973 Skoda 110 L vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1973 Skoda 110 L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Skoda Octavia (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1966 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Skoda 110 L | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | 110 L | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |
