1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 13 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Eagle | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
