1975 Seat 124 vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
