1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 504 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
