1974 Ford Capri vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Ford Capri (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Capri | Octavia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |