1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1976 Ford Fiesta (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
