1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1978 Lada 1200 is newer by 15 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1200 (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200.
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, 1978 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1200 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | 1200 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 30 L |
