1975 Audi 50 vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 9 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, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Because 1966 Skoda Octavia 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 1966 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1966 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 50 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
