1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1979 Innocenti Mini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 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 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini, 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, both vehicles can yield 69 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | Mini | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
